Premium paint, budget can
Quotes that name a premium line and deliver contractor-grade. Ask for the product on the invoice.
Paint is cheap. Make sure the labor is real.
A painter's quote is mostly labor and prep. Ask how many coats, which product line, and what prep is included.
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Typical fair prices
- Interior walls painted$2–$5per sq ft
- Exterior painted$2–$5per sq ft
- Cabinet refinishing$3,000–$7,000
National installed ranges, including a typical service call where one applies. Your check adjusts labor for your ZIP code.
What people get quoted vs. what's fair
| Job | Quoted | Fair range |
|---|---|---|
| Interior, 12x12 bedroom (walls) | $1,400 | $400–$900 |
| Exterior, 2,000 sq ft home | $12,000 | $4,000–$8,500 |
Fair labor: $40–$80 an hour. Your check uses the numbers on your own quote and your ZIP.
Common painting job tricks
One coat billed as two
Two coats are standard for color changes. Make the coat count part of the written quote.